India, Sept. 16 -- Students and parents across Bihar are checking whether schools will remain open or closed on Thursday, September 17, 2026, due to Vishwakarma Puja. The festival is being observed on September 17 this year, and the date appears in Bihar's holiday listings. However, the status can differ between government, private, and CBSE-affiliated schools, making the individual school's latest notice important.

Bihar School Holiday On September 17: What Is The Official Status?

Vishwakarma Puja falls on Thursday, September 17, 2026. Bihar's government holiday information lists September 17 as Vishwakarma Puja.

However, reports on the state's school calendar indicate that the festival may be treated differently for government school...